Rose - Purple Rain

Common Name: Purple Rain Rose

Description: The Purple Rain Rose is a captivating ground cover variety bred by Kordes, celebrated for its abundant clusters of semi-double, violet-pink blooms that mature to a rich purple hue. Each flower is small, typically under 5 cm in diameter, and features a rosette shape with very full petals, often exceeding 40 per bloom. The plant exhibits a wide, bushy growth habit, reaching approximately 50 cm in height and spreading up to 70 cm in width. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides a striking contrast to the vibrant blossoms. In Melbourne's climate, the Purple Rain Rose thrives in well-drained soils with full sun exposure. It is a repeat bloomer, offering a continuous display of color from early summer through to the first frost. This variety is renowned for its hardiness and excellent disease resistance, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. It's ideal for mass plantings, mixed beds, or as a ground cover, and is particularly effective in attracting bees to the garden. 

Form:

• Shrub - Small
• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 50 cm
• Width: Approximately 70 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Violet Pink
• Maturing to Purple

Key Attributes:

• Disease Resistant
• Perennial
• Bee Attracting
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Ground Cover
• Suitable for Mass Planting

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Salvia
• Catmint (Nepeta)
• Geraniums
• Daylilies (Hemerocallis)